What is the average EPC rating in HG1 5?

The average EPC rating in HG1 5 is band D. This is based on 2,985 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Harrogate.

How many properties in HG1 5 need energy improvements?

64% of properties in HG1 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 36% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in HG1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in HG1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,933 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,792 properties), and solar water heating (8,593 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in HG1 5

2,985 properties in HG1 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the HG1 average. 64% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of HG1 in Harrogate. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,985

Band A-C

36%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

64%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across HG1 5.

A0%

B4%

C31%

D40%

E19%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in HG1 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in HG1 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Mowbray Square House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Basement Flat Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Mowbray Square House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
The Coach House House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Strawberry Dale Avenue House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Franklin Road Flat•Today	Flat	F	Today	View report
Flat B Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report
Park Court Flat•Today	Flat	B	Today	View report
Arthington Avenue Flat•Today	Flat	E	Today	View report
Queens Gate House•Today	House	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in HG1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9933 occurrences · Code 34
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
8792 occurrences · Code 35
3
Solar water heating
8593 occurrences · Code 19
4
Internal or external wall insulation
6074 occurrences · Code 7
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
4464 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about HG1 5

: The average EPC rating in HG1 5 is band D. This is based on 2,985 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Harrogate.
: 64% of properties in HG1 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 36% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in HG1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,933 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,792 properties), and solar water heating (8,593 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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